The Haircare Routine Built on Elastin Science: Inside NULASTIN’s Elevated Essentials Trio

The Elevated Essentials Trio includes the Vibrant Scalp Shampoo, Vibrant Scalp Conditioner, and NuProtect Leave-In Primer. Rather than acting as standalone heroes, these products are formulated as a system. 

According to the brand’s clinical testing: the shampoo increased volume by 223%, the conditioner increased smoothness by 90%, and the leave-in primer reduced frizz by 73%. 

Those numbers were large enough – and that testing clinical enough – to convince me to at least read on. What sets NULASTIN apart from the old school brands I grew up on (which have seemingly come back into fashion over recent years) and the expensive, celebrity-hairstylist-backed brands I often see touted across social media? 

It’s All in the Science: Why Elastin Matters

NULASTIN is built around elastin-focused science, an often-overlooked structural protein that plays a role in hair elasticity, strength, and shedding. As elastin production changes over time, hair can appear thinner, less supported, and more prone to breakage. That’s where NULASTIN steps in, helping to anchor the hair follicle to the hair root system, and minimizing fall out. 

On top of the Biodesigned Elastin, other key ingredients include a Damage Defense Complex (Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Vegetable Protein, Tocopheryl Acetate, Panthenol, which reduce frizz and breakage, enhance elasticity and reinforce tensile strength); Biodesigned Keratin (reinforces tensile strength and forms a protective barrier that combats heat damage); and NuProtect™ Complex (protects the hair cuticle from breakage, environmental stressors, and heat up to 450°/232°C). It’s also sulfate-free and silicone-free. Check, check, check, check, check.

The idea with this system isn’t instant transformation – in fact, don’t expect that! Plan to use it steadily and consistently for more volume, reduced frizz, and smoother, softer, healthier-looking hair over time.  In a beauty world that promises immediate results far too often, the idea of sticking with something feels novel. (It also makes a lot of sense.)

An Editor’s Early Experience

To be fully transparent, I’ve only been using the trio for a couple of weeks. My routine is simple: apply Vibrant Scalp Shampoo to wet hair and scalp, then rinse with cool water; apply Vibrant Scalp Conditioner and leave it on for a few minutes; and finally Spray NuProtect™ Leave-In Primer onto clean hair and style. It’s no different from my previous routine – simple and straightforward.  

So far, I’ve noticed an improvement in my frizz, and my hair feels softer. On top of that, my scalp feels clean – and nourished – after using it. While I haven’t seen any long term effects yet, in the short term I will say that I’ve tried enough products to know when my hair feels actually-clean (it’s an if you know you know feeling) thanks to quality products. NULASTIN products offer that.

I’ll plan to circle back to share more on my hair health journey, but in the meantime, this five-star review is giving me something to look forward to: “What I’ve noticed the most is how much stronger my hair feels. It sheds noticeably less, feels thicker to the touch, and overall looks healthier.”

(And for the record, at the time of writing this, all reviews give this trio five stars.)

The Bottom Line

I’ve been comforted to learn that changes in your hair as you age are normal (file under: things people don’t talk about enough!). I’ve also been glad to learn that there are great, science-backed products on the market designed to help. 

And while NULASTIN takes time to work, I kind of love that. As the adage goes, good things take time – and I’m willing to give a little time to get great hair with the Elevated Essentials Trio’s help. 

Why We Trust Nulastin

At The Quality Edit, we look for brands that lead with substance over spectacle. NULASTIN stands out for a few reasons: 

1. Science at the Foundation: The brand is rooted in elastin biology. Every formula begins with research and performance benchmarks. 
2. Designed for Long-Term Results: The formulation is built for daily, consistent use to provide long-term results instead of quick fixes. 
3. System-Based Philosophy: Instead of one hero product, NULASTIN focuses on how products work together. 
4. Support Through Change: The messaging normalizes aging, stress, and hormonal shifts rather than framing them as problems to fix. 

Glowing Customer Reviews: The on-site reviews are thoughtful and positive showing real results built over time.

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